Posts in the Canoe category

Conewango Creek, in Warren County, has received 42% of the public’s online vote to receive this year’s Pennsylvania River of the Year honor. The Conewango Creek Watershed Association was the applicant for the winning waterway and will receive a $10,000 Leadership Grant towards River of the Year activities. The 2015 Pennsylvania River of the Year…

From 8am until 5pm on Saturday, September 20th, there is an Outdoor Programming Workshop for Women at Oil Creek State Park. The event titled “Chicks in the Sticks” is sponsored by Friends of Oil Creek State Park. Chicks in the Sticks is open to women beginning at age 14. Women from 14-17 years of age…

The Big Bend Access Area is located along Route 59 just North of Warren, Pa. This access area provides a spectacular view of the Allegheny River and the Kinzua Dam. There is a boat launch, a nearby overlook, as well as a bird viewing platform provided at Big Bend. Trails, playground equipment, restrooms, and a…

This female mallard and her ducklings are enjoying the waters of Pymatuning Reservoir located within Pymatuning State Park. Pymatuning State Park and Pymatuning Reservoir have a lot to offer the outdoor enthusiast. The park is one of the largest in Pennsylvania at 21,122 acres. Pymatuning Reservoir itself spans 17,088 acres. There are opportunities for bird…

The first paddle trip in the Evergreen Outfitters Lake Erie Series is scheduled for July 6th. Participants will meet this Sunday at North East marina. These trips are guide by ASA certified guides and intended for boats of at least 14 feet. Paddlers are expected to be able to maintain a reasonable pace for stretches…

Cook Forest State Park will be conducting an interpretive guide canoe fishing trip along the National Wild & Scenic Clarion River. This event takes place Saturday, June 21st from 9am until 2pm. Participants to this event will learn about the Clarion River while fishing in it’s waters. Event-goers will need to bring their fishing poles,…

The Middle Allegheny River Water Trail, flowing through nearby Warren, Forest, and Venango counties, is a great place to fish or to spend a day on the water. From catfish to bald eagles, there are many different species inhabiting these waters and surrounding areas. When visiting, be sure to bring binoculars, identification guides, and your…

Join a naturalist at Presque Isle State Park for a Morning Eco-paddle event this Saturday, June 7th. Eco-paddlers will explore the Presque Isle Lagoons and discover the local flora and fauna. Bring your own canoe/kayak or rent one from the concession. All skill levels are welcome. No registration is required. Please call 814-833-7424 for more…

French Creek is a historic and scenic waterway flowing through 4 counties in NWPA (Erie, Crawford, Mercer, and Venango). French Creek flows through both urban and rural areas. From the thick woodlands, fertile agricultural valleys, small towns, and larger cities, along to the creek’s confluence with the Allegheny River at Franklin, French Creek is a charming…

Evergreen Outfitters will put on its final full-moon paddle of the year Aug. 17 at Long Point State Park at Lake Chautauqua. Participants will meet at 7 p.m. at the marina and paddle toward Bemus Point to catch some of the Bemus Bay Pops Concert Series presentation of “That 60’s Show.” Cost is $25 for a kayak rental, $35…